9.19.15 Venice to London

There was something wonderful about this trip. It was our first gay cruise. When I've mentioned to people we were going on a gay cruise some people would respond quizzically as to why there had to be a special cruise for gay men. There doesn't. Most of our trips cycling or otherwise have been with straight people. For the most part there is no judgement or animosity but with some there is an obvious undercurrent of discomfort or disdain.

 

 

 

 

On the cruise we were able to be our authentic selves. To openly display affection with a partner or husband without the undercurrent. To share stories and to support each other. To let down the guard. It's affirming.

We met lots of wonderful people. We didn't get to know everybody but developed relationships with a handful that became over the course of the cruise special. Special in that they shared stories that revealed character that we could laugh and cry at, admire, and respect.

We find safety and shelter with those that get us.

 

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